“The Wild have stormed in to the playoffs this year, looking to win their first Stanley Cup,” Franken said. “It’s going to be a great series against the Blackhawks, and if — or when — we win, I look forward to enjoying an ice-cold Illinois beer.”

Sen. Kirk was more certain about the series’ outcome.

“I look forward to enjoying a Minnesota craft beer courtesy of Sen. Franken after we issue his team a crushing defeat on our path to the Stanley Cup,” Kirk said.

The Blackhawks are the current defending Stanley Cup champions. Last year, Emanuel collected on a bet with Boston Mayor Thomas Menino, receiving a stash that included authentic New England seafood.

The puck drops at 8:30 p.m. Friday night for the first game in the series.